Ringing In The New Year: Baller Style

How did some of our faves ring in the New Year? Well, Marcelo started by posting this, but had to share quite a few more pictures.

Rest In Peace: Michael Essien’s Father Passes

A few hours ago, Michael Essien confirmed the death of his father James shortly after touching down in Ghana. He was traveling there to join the national team for their World Cup qualifier against Zambia on Friday. Our thoughts are with him at what must be a very difficult time.

– Lozil

Thursday Bits & Bobs

Lordy, I have so many bits & bobs, I don’t even have a clue where to start. Ugh. How’s about I just begin with our boys? Here’s Iker (or rather Geeker from the looks of it) with a fan. Our intrepid capi also posted a  shot of his good friend Roy Batty from Blade Runner who was enjoying some LA poolside tanning. 

UPDATED: Sunday Bits & Bobs: Part II (Now On A Monday Morning)

Well now that its heading for 1 AM and I’m in an absolutely foul mood, I’m going to make this a quick post since I have to be up for work in a few hours. This post deals with non-Real players. David Luiz and his goofiness always seem to cheer me up. He’s adorable. 

Thursday Late Night Bits & Bobs

How does this always happen? I get home from work late, eat dinner and then sit down to post – poof! – it’s close to 11 PM. I give up. Here’s a quick rundown.

First, congrats to Nacho who yesterday extended his contract with Real Madrid for an additional 4 years.

Wednesday Night Bits & Bobs

That awkward moment when you meet the guy you named your dog after.

An eagle-eyed cule (Photo by @barzaboy) spotted Messi & Cesc chatting with Isco in Ibiza and thankfully, snapped a picture. Ha!  I can see it now:

Tuesday Bits & Bobs: More Enzo, Isco Arrives, Guti Drives & More Vacation Goodies

More Enzo! Always welome news. Here’s some more recent shots from our favorite boy and his family as they spend time in Brazil over the past month.